The Career Opportunities in the Accounting Profession (COAP) helps you explore what you can do in the accounting field. If you think accounting is just tax, think again. Plot your future as a Chief Financial Officer, forensics investigator, data analyst, software developer, entertainment and sports agent, auditor or entrepreneur.
When you apply, please note the location of the program for which you are applying. Students are encouraged to apply to the COAP location that is closest to where they live.
The program provides real insight into how CPAs influence the business world. The program is an important component of the New York State Society of CPAs' (NYSSCPA) efforts to recruit an increased number of students into the accounting profession, with a particular focus on those from underrepresented groups. The Career Opportunities in the Accounting Profession (COAP) program is open to all, regardless of race, color, national origin or sex.
Apply for COAP
Contact us if you have any questions about the application or COAP at coap@moynihanfund.org.
COAP Planning is currently underway with dates still being solidified. Please check back as confirmed dates will be added over the coming weeks.
2026 COAP Programs
Programs are listed in date order. Please apply at the link above.
Niagara University
Niagara, New York
May 5
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, New York
May 29-31 – Residential/Overnight Program
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, New York
June 22-23
Adelphi University
June 29-30
Syracuse – SUNY Oswego/LeMoyne
Oswego, New York
TBD
Siena College
Loudonville, New York
July 13-14
Westchester Community College
Valhalla, New York
July 6-9
St Johns University
Queens, NY
July 15-16
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, New York
July 13th-15th
Baruch College
July 20th-21st New Location for 2026*
York College
Date TBD * New Location for 2026*